Senior CoreValve Therapy Development Specialist - Houston, TX

CoreValve Therapy Development Specialist

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

We are seeking a committed professional to join our team. While this is a remote position not located at a physical Medtronic site, the candidate hired will be required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role.

Bring your talents to a leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions. Rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation, our medical technologies open doors. We support your growth with the training, mentorship, and guidance you need to own your future success. Join us for a career that changes lives.

CAREERS THAT CHANGE LIVES - POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The CoreValve Therapy Development Specialist provides technical, clinical, educational and sales support to ensure safe adoption and growth of the Medtronic CoreValve System and future catheter-based therapy technologies. The CoreValve Therapy Development Specialist works closely with implanting teams and the Medtronic Catheter-based Therapies (CBT) and CVG field organizations to drive procedural and practice success.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following responsibilities are to be performed as appropriate in clinical trial case support and/ or case support following commercial approval, depending upon the approval status of the product at the time.

The CoreValve Therapy Development Specialist provides quality technical support to help sites achieve procedural success. Provides technical support to Medtronic employees and implanting teams for CoreValve implant procedures in accordance with Medtronic guidance. Provides technical leadership for TAVR device procedures. Educates implanting teams on proper indications for TAVR procedures. Provides support on questions regarding device suitability with measuring ability and CT reconstruction expertise. Provides comprehensive technical support including knowledge of imaging modalities (echo/angiography/CT), EKG, blood pressure, wave forms, and ancillary procedural solutions. Develops and maintains comprehensive clinical and technical product knowledge. Understands current published TAVR and relevant literature. Recognizes and understands competitive products, industry trends, and CBT/CVG portfolio. Liaison with R&D for technology improvements and next generation needs. Oversees local education and training activities including coordination and set up procedure simulators, facilitation of simulated TAVI procedures and procedural troubleshooting, and coordination and facilitation of staff in-services to include pre/peri/post TAVI procedure. Provides education on safe and effective use of Medtronic products. Educates/trains hospital staff with proper valve loading instruction. Supports district sales strategy working with sales representatives and managers to achieve business plans within CBT business unit and broader CVG organization. Contributes to the development of a strong team effort. Ensures comprehensive technical and customer support within territory to maintain superior customer service levels and effective time management. Assists with customer management of inventory ordering, shelf stock, and returns. Identifies, establishes and maintains productive working relationships with key decision makers, customers and their staff, administrative staff, etc. Participates in customer/society education meetings and conventions. Responds to customer requests and resolves complaints in a prompt and effective manner. Reports and device complaints to proper departments within quality assurance within Medtronic. Helps drive and maintain quality initiatives and global best practice initiatives. Maintains high standards of personal presentation and promotes a professional personal and company image. Assists in training new hires to Medtronic CBT team. Submits accurate and timely expense reports. Schedules travel arrangements to ensure multiple objectives are accomplished. Maintains hospital eligibility/access with various vendor credentialing services. Maintains a high level of communication with appropriate CVG sales and leadership within assigned geography. Communicates market intelligence/competitor activity promptly, including potential sales leads, and information regarding product price or account activity to District Manager and other appropriate company personnel. Ensures a professional standard of written and verbal communication at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS - EXTERNAL

MUST HAVE - BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, THE FOLLOWING BASIC QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE EVIDENT ON YOUR RESUME:

High School Degree and 8 years' experience in a clinical or sales healthcare environment; selling or supporting interventional cardiology, vascular or surgical products OR

Associate degree and 6 years' experience in a clinical or sales healthcare environment; selling or supporting interventional cardiology, vascular or surgical products OR

Bachelor's degree and 4 years' experience in a clinical or sales healthcare environment; selling or supporting interventional cardiology, vascular or surgical products

NICE TO HAVE - DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Echocardiology background highly preferred

Associate's Degree in engineering, nursing, or the sciences

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Science

Experience with wires, balloons, catheters, stents)

Exceptional understanding of cardiac and vascular anatomy, physiology, and pathology

Experience communicating product's market advantages to physicians and hospital administration

Experience managing multiple accounts

Experience teaching and educating medical personnel, peers and technical support personnel

Imaging interpretation experience (TTE or Trans Esophageal Echocardiography (TEE), CT, Angiograms)

Expertise with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Excellent influencing and consulting skills

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills

Ability to make timely and sound decisions

Strong project management skills with experience coordinating programs

Thorough working knowledge of medical terminology, medical procedures and the medical device industry

Excellent customer service skills

Effectively build and maintain positive relationships with peers and colleagues across organizational levels and functions

Ability to coordinate/ participate in numerous tasks/projects in a fast-paced environment in an organized manner while meeting deadlines

Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Strong work ethic in accomplishing objectives of the position

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Able to lift 20 pounds. Extended periods of time doing computer-based work. Hearing, sight and speaking ability. Ability to use computers and CT reconstruction programing. Ability to travel extensively by car and plane. Must have valid driver's license for state of residency and active vehicle insurance policy. Wear lead apron for long periods of time (2-3hrs on average). Ability to operate a moving vehicle. Ability to work in Cath Labs or OR's with radiation exposure. Ability to travel with overnight stay up to 50 - 75 % of the time (geography variability). Ability to conduct company business outside of the typical Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, work-schedule. Must have a valid driver's license and active vehicle insurance policy. In addition, your driving record will be reviewed and will be considered as part of your application

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES:

Infectious disease; radiation; blood borne pathogens

Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE)

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.?

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend lifewhere your unique background and perspective are valued.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help